Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole

Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole

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Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole is simple and tasty. It is made with ground beef, cheese, and potatoes. This dish is like a hearty potato au gratin or cheesy scalloped potatoes with hamburger. Everyone will be at the table fast because it is so good!

Ingredients

  • Ground Beef: The main part of the meal and gives a strong flavor.

  • Yellow Onion: Adds sweetness when sautéed to balance the beef.

  • Russet Potatoes: Starchy potatoes make the sauce thick and tasty.

  • Cheddar Cheese: Melts well and gives a sticky, cheesy flavor.

  • Compact Cheddar Soup and Evaporated Milk: Makes the sauce creamy and holds layers together.

  • Milk Powder and Garlic Powder: Adds creaminess and a little garlic flavor.

Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole: Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven at 350degF and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.

  2. Prepare the ground beef in a skillet on low and brown with onions. Season well.

  3. Layer the dish with potato slices, cooked beef, and sprinkled cheddar cheese. Season every layer.

  4. Mix cheddar soup, evaporated milk, milk powder, and garlic powder in a bowl until smooth. Pour over layers.

  5. Bake the casserole with foil. Steam cooks the potatoes. In the last 15 minutes, remove foil to make a golden crust.

Storage Options

  1. Refrigerator: Cool casserole, wrap in plastic or foil, keep 3-4 days.

  2. Freezer: Wrap each portion or whole casserole in plastic and foil. Keep 2-3 months.

  3. Reheating: Thaw in fridge overnight. Bake at 350degF until hot (20-30 mins). Microwave for quick heating.

Variations

  • Mexican Cheesy Casserole: Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and pepper jack cheese. Top with avocado and cilantro.

  • Loaded Baked Potato Style: Add bacon bits, green onions, sour cream, and cheddar cheese.

  • Italian Herb Casserole: Add Italian herbs, replace cheese with mozzarella, add marinara sauce. Top with fresh basil.

  • Vegetarian Delight: Replace beef with sautéed mushrooms and spinach. Use feta and mozzarella cheese.

  • BBQ Hamburger Casserole: Mix beef with BBQ sauce, diced bell peppers and onions, cheddar and gouda cheese. Top with crispy fried onions.

  • Buffalo Chicken Casserole: Replace beef with buffalo chicken, add cream cheese and ranch, top with blue cheese crumbles.

But you can make any variation you like! Happy cooking!

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